Thursday, September 14, 2017

A brief note on Sundarban – The dangerously Beautiful Mangrove



Sundarban also spelled as Sunderbans is the largest mangrove in the world where the tigers are feared and worshipped. 

Sundarban tour package from Kolkata

There are some places that resist a definite definition. They don’t easily reveal their secrets. They rarely, if at all, turn on a charming photo or a pithy phrase. To say something about such places feels like an impudence, especially as a traveler. And Sundarban is one of such places. The dense mangrove forest is a huge and extended tract of forest and salty water spread across the lower delta of the river Ganges. For a tourist from Kolkata, the place is both near and far. Book a Sundarban tour package from Kolkata and enjoy your vacation. While it is hard to believe that the sight of the majestic Royal Bengal Tiger is just a 100 km away, it is the reality that it takes just a few hours to reach the river from Kolkata – either by road or by train and then by boat. And the jolt waits within 30 minutes from the beginning of your river journey. The stunning green delta landscape with the skyline touching the water is simply mesmerizing. The most interesting thing is that the sights alter so dramatically even before you realize. The human faces from the passing by boats are familiar, still they would seem to be from another world. Everything you’ll see there, as if, is touched up by a light of a different sun. 

Understanding the forest 

Sundarban is one of the largest mangrove forests in the world. The mangrove is a combination of trees and shrubs growing in the salty coastal habitat. The forest encompasses about 4,000 sq. km. in India while the rest 6,000 sq. km. lies in Bangladesh. From the river, you can see knotty and clenched types of trees like sundari, garjan and hetal. There is a multitude of pneumatophore – trees with special type of roots that grow out of out of the water surface so the trees can breathe. 

An unbelievable amount of busyness starts from the very beginning of your waterway journey. Let’s start with Sajnekhali Wildlife Sanctuary for real-time biology lesson. Here you will find a plethora of birds like whimbrels, sandpipers, plovers and even Fiddler crabs (might not be seen with naked eyes) that you can hardly see in your city. You can also see a special species of amphibian namely mudskippers to share waterfront with the birds. Tarkel, the water monitor is anther occupant that keeps looking for its prey. The next level of the dense mangrove is occupied by the alligators, wild boars and deer. Irrawady dolphins may also be seen if you are lucky enough. And finally it comes to the Royal Bengal Tigers. There are roughly 250 tigers in the core area though distributed over an extensive expanse of 1,500 sq.km. The tigers of Sundarban are a kind of resilient to survive in the hostile territory of Sundanban. 

Declared to be a Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1987, Sundarban is not all about its incredible treasure of flora and fauna. It’s also about the desperately underprivileged folks of the place who make their living of the forest mostly by hunting or collecting honey and wax. Nevertheless, Durga Puja is imminent- so plan the holiday in an out-of-the-box way in Sundarban. You can contact a travel agency that offers Sundarban Tour Package at an affordable rate. 
 

Sunday, September 3, 2017

5 Great Reasons To Opt For A North East Holiday In The Monsoon!

Do you wish to escape from the bad monsoon of your city? Are you on the lookout for the ideal getaway where you can experience the Mother Nature at its best? Planning a trip to the North-East India can then be your best way to experience the rhythm of rainfall this monsoon season!

North East Holiday Packages


If you wish to see countless waterfalls in their full glory or love walking alongside the clouds, visiting north-east India during the monsoon months can just be perfect for you. From the rounded hills of Meghalaya to the beautiful scenery on the steep slopes of Darjeeling, the rolling terrains of the North-east region remain verdant during the monsoons. Planning a trip during the months of mid-May to October can thus be the best time to explore this paradise!

North East India tour package


Below are few reasons why visiting the North-east in the monsoon will be second to none!

Few Reasons Why You Must Book North East Holiday Packages In The Monsoon
  • Embrace The Fifty Shades Of Green


Though the North-east India boasts of lush green vegetation throughout the year, it is during the monsoon that they remain at their greenest form. These myriad shades of green are a sight unseen in the Northern Himalayas. This offers a veritable feast for the eyes since the variety of altering scenes is similar to green paddies, a main course meal which merges into rolling hills, hilly outcrops and tea-gardens.
  • Perfect Getaway From Your Everyday Life

Whether you are seeking some alone time, a romantic rendezvous or a family vacation, you will get all kinds of privacy you want everywhere in the Northeast. If you are someone who is looking for some action, you can experience the same in the downtown places of Shillong, Darjeeling and Gangtok. Other than this, you can enjoy the ornate bridge over the beautiful Ward’s Lake, visit the Wankhar Entomology Museum or have some peace of mind at the All Saint’s Cathedral.
  • Marvel At The Spectacular Caves And Live Root Bridges

By booking North East Holiday Packages for a monsoon trip, you can even enjoy some spectacular views. Being peak seasons, the possibilities of getting a long leave from work during the summers and winters are very bleak and opting for a monsoon trip can be a rewarding experience altogether. Be it the spectacular scenery of Shillong or the magnificent live root bridges and caves of Mawsynram, your trip can be a truly rewarding experience.
  • Superlatively Wet Weather

Mawsynram competes for the title of “the wettest place on Earth” with its former champion Cherrapunji, every year in the monsoon. While it’s true that the weather will be a bit wet, same is the case throughout the year. What you need to remember is that northeast will not be muggy or sweltering, thus assuring you of a comfortable stay.
  • Spot Rare Wildlife

The unexplored Northeast is home to several rare and endangered animals and the National Parks here can be the heaven for all animal lovers. Be it catching a glimpse of the one-horned rhino or sightings of the red panda, marbled cat and other rare species, it can be your ideal place and time to spot wildlife!

So what are you still waiting for? Find a reputed travel agency and book the best tour package for a memorable North East India trip this monsoon! 

Also, Checkout these Vital Tips while opting for NorthEast Holiday Packages